Saga Airport

RJFS / HSG

Saga, JP

Last Updated
May 15, 00:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 18 min ago
00:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
9 kt
30°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR RJFS 150000Z 03009KT CAVOK 24/15 Q1020

Weather Briefing

VFR

Saga Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northeast (30°) at 9 knots. Runway 11/29 is favored with a 2-knot headwind and 9-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 24°C (75°F) with a dewpoint of 15°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF RJFS 142305Z 1500/1606 03008KT 9999 FEW040 BECMG 1501/1503 21009KT BECMG 1509/1511 04006KT BECMG 1600/1603 22008KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
00:17Z BASE
+0h
VFR 30° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
01:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR 210° 9 kt
09:00Z BECMG
+9h
VFR 40° 6 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
JFS
11 ✈️
29

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11/29
Active: 11
6,562 ft 148 ft ASP 99°
1.6 kt 8.9 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - RJFS

4,565 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
89.9%
MVFR
6.7%
IFR
2.4%
LIFR
1%

Saga Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 89.9% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 6.6 knots. Temperature extremes range from -6°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, October, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 6.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 23 kt
Calm Winds: 0.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
24.7%
NE
16.7%
E
2.9%
SE
4%
S
12.2%
SW
8.5%
W
14.8%
NW
15.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 14.1°C
Range: -6°C to 33°C
-6°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.2%

Best Months for VFR

November October May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt

Statistics computed from 4,565 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Saga Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: RJFS
IATA Code: HSG
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 6 ft MSL

Location

City: Saga
Country: JP
Latitude: 33.149700°
Longitude: 130.302002°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-9

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 6,562 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Saga Airport

Overview

Saga Airport serves the Saga Prefecture region in southwestern Japan, located near the island of Kyushu. As a medium-sized airport with an elevation of 6 feet MSL, it provides critical transportation infrastructure for the local area, supporting both regional and potentially limited commercial aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 92.7% of observations reporting favorable visual flight rules. Temperature ranges from -3°C to 33°C create varied seasonal flying environments, while prevailing northerly winds at an average of 6.3 knots provide generally stable atmospheric conditions. Visibility consistently remains excellent, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal instances of reduced visibility.

Notable Features

Situated at coordinates 33.149700, 130.302002, Saga Airport features a single runway (11/29) measuring 6,562 feet with an asphalt surface. The airport's low elevation and coastal proximity suggest potential for smooth terrain approaches and minimal altitude-related performance considerations for aircraft operations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 11/29 demonstrates 100% favorable wind alignment, with an average crosswind of only 4.2 knots. Pilots can expect optimal approach conditions, particularly during peak VFR months of October, November, and January, when meteorological conditions are most consistently stable and predictable.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

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NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.